Beverages & Body Weight

A healthy body weight is all about balance -- balancing activity level with the calories in your food and beverage choices.

Whether calories or exercise, think "how much & how often."

It's true that all foods can fit in your diet, even your favorite beverages -- as long as you watch portion sizes and stay within your daily calorie needs. In fact, the American Dietetic Association emphasizes that total diet and overall pattern of food eaten, rather than any one food or meal, are most important. If consumed in moderation with appropriate portion size and combined with regular physical activity, all foods can fit in a healthy diet.

One way to limit the number of calories you consume is to look for light, low-calorie and no-calorie versions of your favorite foods and beverages.

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